Elementary Teacher - Kindergarten; HES

Job Openings

Openings as of 6/7/2026 — Pocahontas County Schools

• Position Type:
  Elementary Teaching – Elementary Teacher
• Date Posted: 6/3/2026
• Location:
  
  Hillsboro Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  08/12/2026
• Closing Date: 06/09/2026
• County:
  Pocahontas County Schools

Classification: Professional

Term of Employment: Starting with the  school year; 200‑day contract annually

FLSA Status: Full‑time Exempt

Supervisor: Building Principal

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated by the building principal or immediate supervisor in accordance with WV State Code §18A‑2‑12 & §18A‑3C‑2; WV State Board Policy 5310, and Pocahontas County Schools Policy 3220

Salary: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See the district website for pay scales and benefits information.

“Classroom teacher”: a professional educator who has a direct instructional or counseling relationship with students and who spends the majority of his or her time in this capacity.

• WV Professional Teaching Certificate pursuant to WV Code §18A‑3‑2a
• Endorsement(s) aligned to job posting
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18A‑3‑10
• Additional
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  
  Applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations, poor interview performance, or unfavorable reference recommendations are not eligible for consideration.
• Additional Minimum Requirements for Applicants Not Currently Employed: Applicants who have been dismissed or whose contracts were non‑renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration.

• Exhibit professional behavior, including preparedness, communication, fairness, punctuality, attendance, language, and appearance.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment where all students are accepted and given the opportunity to achieve at the highest levels.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment free from harassment, intimidation, bullying, substance abuse, violence, bias, and discrimination.
• Create a culture of caring through understanding and support.
• Intervene in any conduct violation that negatively impacts students, preserving confidentiality and dignity.
• Demonstrate responsible citizenship and maintain high standards of conduct.
• Comply with all Federal, West Virginia, and District laws, policies, regulations, and procedures.

• Demonstrate expert and current knowledge of the subject area and curriculum; understand how students learn and developmental stages.
• Design and prepare lesson plans that are well‑structured, engaging, and aligned with curriculum standards; select appropriate resources and technology.
• Assess student learning by planning evaluations that align with goals and establishing clear expectations and criteria.
• Understand individual students’ interests, learning styles, and backgrounds to design differentiated instruction.

• Create a respectful culture by building mutual respect and rapport with students.
• Manage student behavior with clear expectations and procedures; promote self‑discipline and respond to misbehavior respectfully.
• Organize the classroom, arranging physical space and supplies to maximize accessibility and support learning.

• Engage students in learning using diverse strategies and activities, including hands‑on projects and student‑driven work.
• Communicate clearly, delivering accurate instruction with clear directions; demonstrate strong listening skills.
• Provide timely, specific, and constructive feedback; encourage students to reflect on their learning.
• Demonstrate flexibility by adapting lessons and methods to student needs and feedback.

• Reflect on teaching, evaluating lesson effectiveness to inform future planning.
• Collaborate with colleagues, sharing ideas and contributing to school‑wide initiatives.
• Communicate with families about student progress and well‑being.
• Participate in the school community by attending events and extracurricular activities.
• Demonstrate professionalism through ethics, reliability,…